Figure - .833 silver
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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A 3.5 cm high, 1.44 g, .833 silver crown for a religious statue, originating from Portugal and dating to 1950–1960, featuring openwork filigree and a cross finial in good used condition.
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Antique Silver Crown for a Religious Statue
A delicate and finely crafted silver crown intended for a religious statue, most likely designed to adorn an image of the Virgin Mary, a saint, or the Infant Jesus. Executed in elegant openwork filigree, the crown displays a graceful pierced design culminating in a decorative cross-shaped finial, symbolizing its devotional purpose.
The lightweight construction and attachment pin at the base allowed the crown to be securely fitted to a sacred figure, a tradition deeply rooted in Catholic religious art and popular devotion. Such crowns were often commissioned as offerings of faith and gratitude, serving both as ornaments and expressions of reverence.
The intricate workmanship, airy openwork structure, and charming proportions make this piece appealing not only as a devotional object but also as a collectible example of religious silverwork.
Details
Material: Silver
Type: Crown for a religious statue
Decoration: Openwork filigree design with cross finial
Function: Intended to adorn a saint, Virgin Mary, or Infant Jesus figure
Technique: Pierced and handcrafted silverwork
Height: 3.5cm
Weight: 1.44g
Good condition
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Antique Silver Crown for a Religious Statue
A delicate and finely crafted silver crown intended for a religious statue, most likely designed to adorn an image of the Virgin Mary, a saint, or the Infant Jesus. Executed in elegant openwork filigree, the crown displays a graceful pierced design culminating in a decorative cross-shaped finial, symbolizing its devotional purpose.
The lightweight construction and attachment pin at the base allowed the crown to be securely fitted to a sacred figure, a tradition deeply rooted in Catholic religious art and popular devotion. Such crowns were often commissioned as offerings of faith and gratitude, serving both as ornaments and expressions of reverence.
The intricate workmanship, airy openwork structure, and charming proportions make this piece appealing not only as a devotional object but also as a collectible example of religious silverwork.
Details
Material: Silver
Type: Crown for a religious statue
Decoration: Openwork filigree design with cross finial
Function: Intended to adorn a saint, Virgin Mary, or Infant Jesus figure
Technique: Pierced and handcrafted silverwork
Height: 3.5cm
Weight: 1.44g
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
1.44 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
3.5 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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